Raleigh Shop and Rock features Battle of the Bands, hosted by Adam Decker, a food truck rodeo, beer and wine, and local vendors. It takes place Friday, August 1, 2025, from 2 to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Raleigh Shop and Rock is free to attend, and family friendly. Bring a lawn chair. You might also be interested in heading to Moore Square … [Read more...] about Raleigh Shop and Rock: Battle of the Bands, food trucks, more, at City Plaza Aug. 1
Entertainment
GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Whether or not you have tickets to GalaxyCon, you can still enjoy GalaxyCon Street Fest on July 26 and 27, 2025, for free! The FREE festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh, and features live DJs and musicians, live wrestling, celebrity appearances and signings, food trucks, vendors, and iconic fan cars. GalaxyCon Street Fest Highlights Check out the whole … [Read more...] about GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Bubble Fest is a fun, free event presented by Pomona Pop Ups. It takes place at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Celebrate and enjoy bubbles: The festival will also include: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House and African-American Museum, at 1202 Nash Street East, Wilson, NC, shares African-American history, art and culture. It's free to visit. The museum holds a free outdoor concert series in the summer. The summer concert series takes place on Sundays from May 4 to Jul 27, 2025, weather permitting, at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the museum. Freeman Round House … [Read more...] about Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
The sunflowers are in bloom at Dix Park! To celebrate the 10th birthday of the sunflower field, Dix Park is hosting a 10th Birthday Party at the Sunflower Field on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The address is 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, but keep reading for information on directions and parking. The festivities take place in the morning and evening. The party is free. Morning … [Read more...] about Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
Summerfest at Fenton July 26 — face painting, entertainment, more…
Summerfest at Fenton is a free, family event on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. This FREE family event features: … [Read more...] about Summerfest at Fenton July 26 — face painting, entertainment, more…
Free Retro Family Days at Carolina Theatre in Durham: Shrek 2 on July 26
Carolina Theatre, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC, is presenting Free Retro Family Days this summer. On select Saturdays, they'll be showing a family film for free. The films will be shown at 11 a.m. Tickets will be available at the box office 30 minutes before the start time of the film. Retro Family Days … [Read more...] about Free Retro Family Days at Carolina Theatre in Durham: Shrek 2 on July 26
Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Durham July 24-25
The Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Durham, North Carolina, for the first time in quite a while, on July 24 and 25, 2025. This is a rare chance to see these majestic horses up close. The visit marks the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Harris Beverages LLC, a Durham-based Anheuser-Busch distributor. There will be two events, both free and open to the public. Read on for the … [Read more...] about Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Durham July 24-25
Treetops Fest: Acoustic Music Fest at Southern Village in Chapel Hill
Treetops Fest is an acoustic music fest on the Green at Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It takes place Friday, July 25, 2025, at 7 p.m. The event is free to attend, but tips are welcome for the artists. Performing are: … [Read more...] about Treetops Fest: Acoustic Music Fest at Southern Village in Chapel Hill
Movie on the Lawn at The Rookery in Hillsborough: A League of Their Own July 24
The Rookery, at 115 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting an outdoor movie night on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 9 p.m. The movie is A League of Their Own. BYO chairs or blankets, and snacks. Beverages will be available for purchase. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Movie on the Lawn at The Rookery in Hillsborough: A League of Their Own July 24
